James E Hughes Jr Foundation
Preselected recipients only
James E Hughes Jr Foundation is a private foundation in Birmingham, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $20,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$20,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $26,500 the year before.
33% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $26,500 | 5 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $20,000 | 3 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
James E Hughes Jr Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What James E Hughes Jr Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Boston Foundation - Karoff Fund for Leadership in Philanthropy | To promote art and culture for historically underserved communities | $10,000 |
| Horizons Colorado | To create community and opportunity for youth of under-resourced communities in and around denver | $5,000 |
| Musizi University Foundation | To provide higher education for african youth | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James E Hughes Jr
- Mary Duke
- Kenneth H Polk
- Peter Evans
- Catherine Rollhaus
Questions people ask
Does James E Hughes Jr Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James E Hughes Jr Foundation give?
$20,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs James E Hughes Jr Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James E Hughes Jr (Director), Mary Duke (Director), Kenneth H Polk (Director) and Peter Evans (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does James E Hughes Jr Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, arts and culture and education.